“Lost Colony: The Legend of Roanoke” (2007), also known as Wraiths of Roanoke, is a supernatural horror film directed by Matt Codd. The film is inspired by the historical mystery of the Lost Colony of Roanoke, one of America’s oldest unsolved mysteries, where an entire group of settlers disappeared without a trace in the late 16th century.

The story is set in 1587 and follows English settlers who establish a colony on Roanoke Island, led by Ananias Dare (Adrian Paul). Shortly after their arrival, the colonists begin experiencing strange occurrences and are terrorized by malevolent spirits or wraiths that haunt the island. As the supernatural threats escalate, the settlers realize that they are being hunted by ancient, vengeful forces tied to the land. The film blends historical elements with horror, offering a fictional explanation for the mysterious disappearance of the colony.

“Lost Colony: The Legend of Roanoke” features a mix of eerie atmosphere, supernatural horror, and period drama. While it is a low-budget film, it aims to provide a chilling and speculative take on one of America’s oldest legends, combining history with elements of folklore and ghostly terror.